Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Permanent pacemaker implanted for heart block in Ibizan hound cross
By MacAulay, Kevin·Published in The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne·2002·Western College of Veterinary Medicine, Canada·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Permanent transvenous pacemaker implantation in an Ibizan hound cross with persistent atrial standstill.
Plain-English summary
An Ibizan hound cross was brought to the vet after experiencing fainting spells and trouble exercising for a year. Tests revealed a slow heart rate and a condition called atrial standstill, where the heart's upper chambers weren't beating properly. To fix this, the vet implanted a permanent pacemaker to help regulate the dog's heartbeat. Although the device initially had some issues, it was successfully repositioned, and the dog's heart started functioning normally again.
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Abstract
An Ibizan hound cross was referred with a 1-year history of syncope and exercise intolerance. An electrocardiogram showed bradycardia and no P waves; atrial standstill was diagnosed. A permanent artificial endocardial pacemaker was implanted. The lead dislodged and was reimplanted into the right ventricular apex. Capture was once again achieved.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12395764/